OFF MARKET

Off Market Dec 2012 for $532K

$1,373,121

•

1,250

sq ft

42 Melvin Rd, Arlington, MA 02474

About this home

Wonderful Cape situated on a corner lot in Morningside. Open and airy 1st floor featuring living room with fireplace, bedroom, full bath, eat in kitchen and dining room. There is a breezeway off the kitchen to the garage. Upstairs has 3 beds and another full bath. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout. Recent updates include newer heating system, roof, fresh paint, refinished floors, ac, newer windows and vinyl siding. Great house in a great location!

Single-familyProperty Type

1952Year Built

10,193 sq ftLot Size

$1,098Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listed by Stephen McKenna • Bowes Real Estate Real Living

Bought with Sarah Holt • Bowes Real Estate Real Living

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MLS PIN #71457986

Redfin Estimate

$1,373,121

$841K since sold in December 2012$5,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 26% higher than the average sale price ($1.09M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$820,000
A
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SOLD MAR 24, 2026
$1,125,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,870 sq ft
72 Crosby St, Arlington, MA 02474
SOLD JUL 6, 2026
$1,040,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,337 sq ft
73 Hemlock St, Arlington, MA 02474
SOLD JUL 28, 2026
$1,160,000
D
4 beds3 baths2,206 sq ft
26 Lawrence Ln, Arlington, MA 02474
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$1,185,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,285 sq ft
55 Brand St, Arlington, MA 02474
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$1,211,000
F
4 beds2.5 baths2,476 sq ft
88 Wright St, Arlington, MA 02474

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Market trends in 02474, MA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

104.3%

+0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$1.1M

$135K MoM

Avg. days on market

19d

3 days MoM

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24 MoM

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Sale history for 42 Melvin Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,264 (+5.1%)

$624,200 + $885,900

$1,510,100

2024

$15,480 (+6.0%)

$624,200 + $837,600

$1,461,800

2023

$14,604 (+64.2%)

$537,100 + $765,700

$1,302,800

2022

$8,892 (+1.9%)

$508,100 + $270,500

$778,600

2021

$8,725 (+2.5%)

$508,100 + $261,300

$769,400

2020

$8,510 (+2.2%)

$508,100 + $261,300

$769,400

2019

$8,330 (+2.9%)

$508,100 + $231,700

$739,800

2018

$8,093 (+1.0%)

$435,500 + $231,700

$667,200

2017

$8,015 (+7.9%)

$406,400 + $231,700

$638,100

2016

$7,425 (+8.5%)

$348,400 + $231,700

$580,100

2015

$6,843 (+3.0%)

$312,100 + $192,900

$505,000

2014

$6,644 (+4.2%)

$288,900 + $192,900

$481,800

2013

$6,374 (+7.1%)

$275,400 + $192,900

$468,300

2012

$5,950 (+10.1%)

$232,300 + $203,300

$435,600

2011

$5,406 (+2.5%)

$232,300 + $203,300

$435,600

2010

$5,275 (+2.9%)

$232,300 + $203,300

$435,600

2009

$5,127

$236,900 + $193,200

$430,100

Tax history for 42 Melvin Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,264 (+5.1%)

$624,200 + $885,900

$1,510,100

2024

$15,480 (+6.0%)

$624,200 + $837,600

$1,461,800

2023

$14,604 (+64.2%)

$537,100 + $765,700

$1,302,800

2022

$8,892 (+1.9%)

$508,100 + $270,500

$778,600

2021

$8,725 (+2.5%)

$508,100 + $261,300

$769,400

2020

$8,510 (+2.2%)

$508,100 + $261,300

$769,400

2019

$8,330 (+2.9%)

$508,100 + $231,700

$739,800

2018

$8,093 (+1.0%)

$435,500 + $231,700

$667,200

2017

$8,015 (+7.9%)

$406,400 + $231,700

$638,100

2016

$7,425 (+8.5%)

$348,400 + $231,700

$580,100

2015

$6,843 (+3.0%)

$312,100 + $192,900

$505,000

2014

$6,644 (+4.2%)

$288,900 + $192,900

$481,800

2013

$6,374 (+7.1%)

$275,400 + $192,900

$468,300

2012

$5,950 (+10.1%)

$232,300 + $203,300

$435,600

2011

$5,406 (+2.5%)

$232,300 + $203,300

$435,600

2010

$5,275 (+2.9%)

$232,300 + $203,300

$435,600

2009

$5,127

$236,900 + $193,200

$430,100

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,019 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2021

Sq. Ft.

2,792

Year built

1952

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

3047276S

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Spaces: 3
AttachedGarageYN: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved

Interior

Master Bedroom Information
Area: 110
Length: 10
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #2 Information
Area: 154
Length: 11
Width: 14
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #3 Information
Area: 140
Length: 14
Width: 10
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bedroom #4 Information
Area: 81
Length: 9
Width: 9
Level: Second
Features: Closet,Flooring - Hardwood

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Bathroom #1 Information
Area: 40
Length: 5
Width: 8
Level: First
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Bathroom #2 Information
Area: 20
Length: 5
Width: 4
Level: Second
Features: Bathroom - Full,Bathroom - Tiled With Shower Stall,Flooring - Stone/Ceramic Tile

Living Room Information
Area: 209
Length: 19
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Hardwood

Dining Room Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Closet/Cabinets - Custom Built,Flooring - Hardwood

Kitchen Information
Area: 121
Length: 11
Width: 11
Level: First
Features: Flooring - Vinyl,Cabinets - Upgraded

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access, Concrete

Laundry Information
Laundry Features: In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces (Total): 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room

Interior Features
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Door Features: Storm Door(s)
Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens
Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood

Exterior

Building Information
Building Area (Total): 1,250
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Frame
Year Built Source: Public Records
Year Built Details: Actual,Renovated Since

Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters, Screens

Property Information
Accessibility Features: No
PropertySubType: Single Family Residence
Green Energy Efficient : Thermostat

Lot Information
Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Sloped
Road Frontage Type: Private Road

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,950.29
Tax Year: 2012

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: for Gas Range
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Has Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Location Information
Directions: corner of Winchester Drive
UnparsedAddress: 42 Melvin Road, Arlington MA 02474

Community Information
Senior CommunityYN: No
Community Features: Park, Bike Path, Public School

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,792
Stories: 3.0
Lot Size: 10,019 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 2021
County: Middlesex County
APN: 3047276S

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026

Other

Miscellaneous Information
Heat Zones: 1

Listing Information
StandardStatus: Closed

Around this home

Schools

M. Norcross Stratton Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

8/10

Ottoson Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

10/10

Arlington High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

53% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Arlington, MA • 02474

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In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.31M – $1.58M

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Home values near 42 Melvin Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
66 Melvin Rd, Arlington, MA 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2644 Sq. Ft.	$1,612,490
51 Melvin Rd, Arlington, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1865 Sq. Ft.	$1,324,533

Address	Redfin Estimate
62 Melvin Rd, Arlington, MA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1721 Sq. Ft.	$1,270,953
55 Melvin Rd, Arlington, MA 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1984 Sq. Ft.	$1,230,113

Address	Redfin Estimate
50 Melvin Rd, Arlington, MA 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2136 Sq. Ft.	$1,165,447
35 Melvin Rd, Arlington, MA 6 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3033 Sq. Ft.	$1,296,242

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